Observing in the Children’s Ward

I went to Beit Cure two times – once on the first day and then today. My first impression was that it was a beautiful facility, full of bright colors and positive energy from the staff, nurses, and doctors.

The first time I observed at the children’s ward, and I talked to two separate families whose babies were there for spina bifida. I asked the grandmother what the one-week baby’s name was and she asked me to name the baby! I was very taken aback and had to think for a moment because I felt so honored that she allowed me to name the baby. I looked into the baby’s eyes and Emily came to mind. What a statement to say I named a baby my first day out at clinical!

My second time was just as great. I observed ETV surgery on a one-month-old baby who had an infection they thought was due to hydrocephalus. It was a great opportunity to observe my first surgery!

Zambia has treated us all well and we cannot wait to come home and share more pictures and stories!